Captioning for Teens with Hearing Loss (3 Nov 2025):

• View Lexi's presentation
  
  
• View the webinar
  

Back to School Webinar: Talking to Teachers About Hearing Loss (12 Aug 2025):

• View Lexi's presentation
  
  
• View the webinar

•  Email Lexi @ info@acialliance.org

Additional Webinar Topics Will Include:

• Access to Educational and Extracurricular Activities

• Developing Support Networks

• Cochlear Implants in the Classroom

• Building Confidence to Negotiate Higher Education and Workplaces

Connecting with other teens who have cochlear implants can be incredibly valuable. Support groups and online communities provide a space for sharing experiences, advice, and encouragement.

Key Considerations for Teens:

• Individual Needs: The benefits and specific connections a teen experiences will depend on their individual hearing loss, how long they've had the implant, and the support they receive.
  
  
• Ongoing Support: Regular check-ups with audiologists and ongoing therapy are crucial to ensure the teen is getting the most out of their cochlear implant.
  
  
• Self-Advocacy: As teens mature, it's important for them to learn how to advocate for their own hearing needs in different environments.

Teen Support from CI Companies (Advanced Bionics, Cochlear Americas, MED-EL): 

• https://www.advancedbionics.com/sg/en/home/support/listening-resources/teens.html

• https://www.cochlear.com/us/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/rehabilitation-resources/resources-for-teens

• https://www.medel.com/en-us/support/rehabilitation